J7178 Injection human fibrinogen con not otherwise specified
Also known as: fibrinogen concentrate, fibrin glue precursor, clotting factor
Injection of human fibrinogen concentrate, a purified plasma-derived fibrinogen product, not otherwise specified, supplied per dose.
In Plain Language
fibrinogen replacement; bleeding prevention
Clinical Context
Used for prophylaxis or treatment of bleeding in patients with congenital or acquired fibrinogen deficiencies.
RVU Information
CPT J7178 does not have a physician work RVU assigned by CMS. This is typical for supply, drug, and equipment codes — reimbursement is based on Average Sales Price (ASP), fee schedules, or payer contracts rather than the RVU system.
Billing & Documentation
J-codes represent drugs administered by a healthcare provider (not self-administered). Documentation must include the drug name, dosage, route of administration, and medical necessity. Most payers require the National Drug Code (NDC) on the claim. Bill the appropriate administration code (96365-96379) in addition to the drug code.
Specialties
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CPT code J7178?
CPT J7178 (Injection human fibrinogen con not otherwise specified) is a J Codes (Drugs) code. Injection of human fibrinogen concentrate, a purified plasma-derived fibrinogen product, not otherwise specified, supplied per dose.
How is J7178 administered?
CPT J7178 is administered by a healthcare provider, typically via injection or infusion. Used for prophylaxis or treatment of bleeding in patients with congenital or acquired fibrinogen deficiencies. It is used by Hematology, Surgery, Critical Care.
When is CPT J7178 used?
Used for prophylaxis or treatment of bleeding in patients with congenital or acquired fibrinogen deficiencies.
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